Keen to start skating in 2025? Sick. But picking your first board can feel like dropping into a bowl blindfolded. No stress—we’re OCD Skate Shop, and this is your no-BS beginner’s guide.


Best Beginner Completes

We don’t stock junk. These are beginner setups our crew actually rates:

Anti Hero Classic Eagle 8.0 Complete

  • The go-to board for OCD staff

  • Legendary Eagle graphic and a shape that just works

  • Handles street, park, or bowls with ease

  • Solid, snappy, and ready to cop a beating

Globe G1 Completes

  • Great value for new skaters

  • Clean shapes, responsive trucks, and smooth wheels

  • Backed by decades in skateboarding

  • Ideal for all-round use and learning the ropes

Birdhouse Completes (Kid-Friendly)

  • Built with young skaters in mind

  • Sizes: 6.5", 7.0", 7.25", 7.5", 7.75", 8.0"

  • Easy to control, smooth ride, good pop for learning tricks



How to Choose Your First Skateboard

Forget the fluff—here’s what matters:

  • Deck Width:

    7.75" to 8.25" is the sweet spot. Smaller for kids, wider for adults or size 11+ feet.

  • Pre-Built Completes:

    Matched trucks, grip, wheels, and bearings—all ready to roll.

  • Avoid Big-Box Junk:

    Support core skate shops. We know our gear, and we skate it too.


Why OCD Skate Shop’s Your Best Bet

When you’re buying your first board, you want real advice. That’s what we do.

  • Massive range of completes for all ages and sizes

  • Owned and run by skaters who actually ride

  • Fast shipping across Australia

  • No fluff, just proper gear and real talk


Final Word

Don’t overthink it. Start with a solid setup like Anti Hero, Globe, or Birdhouse, and you’re good to go. If you’ve got questions, reach out—we’ll hook you up.

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